Muskingum University is grieving the heartbreaking loss of Jeremy Michael, a sophomore whose life, character, and spirit left an unforgettable mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Jeremy was more than a student-athlete. As a defensive lineman for the Muskingum football program, he brought strength, discipline, and heart to the field. Teammates remember him as a relentless competitor who played with passion, pride, and loyalty. He approached every practice and every game not just as a responsibility, but as an opportunity to give his all for the team he loved.
Off the field, Jeremy’s impact was just as powerful. As a brother in MACE and a dedicated student assistant in Sports Communication, he was known for his work ethic, kindness, and willingness to help others. He had a way of making people feel seen, heard, and valued — a quiet leader whose influence reached far beyond the locker room and classroom.
Jeremy was someone who showed up for people. Whether offering encouragement after a tough day, sharing a laugh, or lending a helping hand, he embodied what it means to be a true teammate, friend, and brother. His smile, energy, and positive spirit will be remembered by classmates, professors, coaches, and friends who are now learning how to move forward without him here.
The loss of someone so young, with so much promise and so many dreams ahead, has left an unimaginable void across campus. The Muskingum University community has come together in mourning, support, and remembrance, holding his family and loved ones close in thought and prayer during this time of profound sorrow.
While words can never truly ease the pain of this loss, Jeremy’s legacy will live on through the lives he touched, the lessons he shared, and the memories he created with those who loved him most.
He was a son, a teammate, a brother, a friend — and he will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace, Jeremy Michael.
Forever loved. Forever honored. Forever remembered.
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